Local SEO & Google Business Profile (GBP) Expert – Proven Google Maps Ranking Experience (Hourly)

Local SEO & Google Business Profile (GBP) Expert – Citation Building + Proven Google Maps Ranking Experience (Hourly) Sorry not interested in agencies or your team, you must do the work yourself to be hired. We're going to dominate the sector of restaurants and law in few city in Switzerland and seeking an experienced Local SEO specialist with strong expertise in Google Business Profile (GBP) optimization (formerly Google My Business / GMB) and Google Maps SEO to deliver consistent, measurable results for mid-to-high competition local clients. Key Requirements (Must-Haves): Proven track record of citation building and management (e.g., consistent NAP across directories, high-authority local citations) – this is non-negotiable. Demonstrable success increasing local search rankings and visibility in the Google Local Pack / Maps for competitive, mid-to-high difficulty keywords (please share specific case studies, before/after rankings, or client results during application). Deep knowledge of current 2026 GBP best practices: complete profile optimization, strategic category selection (primary + secondary), regular high-quality photo uploads, weekly posts/updates, review generation & response strategies, service areas, attributes, and engagement signals that boost AI-powered local results. Experience adapting to recent shifts like AI Overviews in local search, declining organic clicks, and emphasis on real customer trust signals (reviews, photos, Q&A responses). Native-level English speaking and writing skills (professional communication is essential for client interactions and reporting). French will be a plus, we speak french,,